What’s new in Kakaako?

If you haven’t been to Kakaako lately, this area between Waikiki and downtown Honolulu is rapidly evolving. Once known for its rich agricultural lands and fish and salt ponds, this area became a mostly industrial hub for local businesses in the mid 1900’s. Today, Kakaako has become a dynamic, urban community where people can live, work, and play. It continues to evolve with each commercial and residential project being completed, developments breaking ground, and new residents moving into the neighborhood.

Koula, Ward Village’s latest tower, officially opened recently with homeowners excited to move into their sleek, luxuriously appointed homes. The resort-style amenities offer a wonderful lifestyle to be enjoyed right outside your home. If you’re interested in a never lived in unit in Koula, please reach out since a few studio, 1- and 2-bedroom units are becoming available.

What are the new projects coming to market in Kakaako?

Kalae is the newest luxury condominium in Ward Village. Slated for completion in 2026, all of the “unrestricted” residences have been reserved as of this writing. This project is a fusion of modern architecture meeting contemporary island living with gorgeous, club-style amenities for residents (and guests) to enjoy Oahu’s beautiful environment.

West of Ward Avenue, two projects will start sales before the end of this year. Situated on Kamehameha Schools land, these condo developments will focus on wellness and lifestyle, offering boutiques, restaurants, and services.

Alia will consist of 486 residential units fronting Ala Moana Boulevard. Developed by the Kobayashi Group whose projects include the Hokua, One Ala Moana, and Park Lane, Alia will offer a variety of amenities including bowling lanes, basketball and pickleball courts, indoor/outdoor gym, karaoke room, dog wash, and movie theater. Completion is planned in 2026.

Kahuina will be a mixed-used project developed by Stanford Carr Development whose projects include Keauhou Place, the Peninsula in Hawaii Kai, and the Cottages at Mauna ‘Olu Estates in Makaha. The project will include 861 residential units, with 60% being designated as workforce and affordable housing.

If you’d like to learn more about any of these new offerings before the official public announcements, please let me know to be updated on floor plans, pricing, model tours, and official launch dates!